It’s been over 12 years since the release ofSkate 3on the PS3 and Xbox 360, a time so long ago as to almost seem paleolithic for some. Fans of the skateboarding video game franchise that debuted in 2007 have been clamoring forSkate 4almost since the last game released, and now with aclosedSkate 4playtestrecently beginning, it seems that launch day may finally be drawing nearer.
EA announced that a new entry in theSkateseries of games was in development back in 2020, but hadn’t provided many details after that other than the fact that the gamewould be launching soon. But on June 30, the development team released a brief video called “Still Working On It,” which showed offpre-pre-pre alpha gameplay footage ofSkate 4. Sharp-eyed fans were able to dissect the video and discern a few new features that might be coming to the game, such as more realistic physics, an improved camera system, and maybe even parkour elements.
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Shortly after it began, aleaker shared a video of theSkate 4playtest, which in 15 minutes showcased a range of details about the game that were of course supposed to be kept confidential. Now, it seems that an early build ofSkate 4dating from September 2021 has also been posted online without the development team’s authorization, and EA has released a statement requesting that excited fans hold off from downloading and playing the leaked game.
In a blog post on July 13, EA clarified that the leakedSkate 4build was “never intended for external use.” The company then goes on to remind people of the potential repercussions of breaking EA’s Terms of Service, such as losing access to all of the publisher’s titles. This includes games that have already been purchased, but does not include refunds. It’s also best to exercise caution when downloading files from unknown sources online.
In the meantime, anotherSkate 4video is slated to premiere on YouTube on July 14 at 9:00 AM, though it’s not clear what exactly will be revealed about the game. Perhaps fans will receive more details about thenew features inSkate 4that were hinted at in the “Still Working On It” video.
